Senior Test Engineer – Aerospace Systems Lead

Karman Space & Defense; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with公司贡献

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company‑paid life and AD & D 보험

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a highly capable mechanical engineer to lead program execution for aerospace and defense system development. You will drive mechanical and electromechanical design, analysis, prototyping, and testing from concept through demonstration, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and supporting proposals and customer engagements.

The role requires a background in heat transfer, structural analysis, dynamics, high‑strength materials, CAD, and machine design, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 4–7 years of mechanical development experience in aerospace systems with exposure to electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Background in heat transfer, structural analysis, dynamics/kinematics, advanced high‑strength materials, CAD, and machine design.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, plan, and execute projects.
• Current DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Leads project planning, development, and execution for mechanical system development efforts.
• Supports proposal development and program management activities involving advanced mechanical and electromechanical technologies.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across analysis, development, and testing to provide integrated technical support.
• Assists program managers and project engineers in meeting customer objectives on time and within budget while ensuring product accuracy and completeness.
• Supports business development activities to align project performance with customer needs.
• Engages with clients on needs definition, proposal presentations, project reviews, and related technical discussions.
• Works closely with technical staff to support proposal preparation and project performance.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical development

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a highly capable mechanical engineer to lead program execution for aerospace and defense system development. You will drive mechanical and electromechanical design, analysis, prototyping, and testing from concept through demonstration, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and supporting proposals and customer engagements.

The role requires a background in heat transfer, structural analysis, dynamics, high‑strength materials, CAD, and machine design, along with